NorthEast United aim for redemption at home, as SC Delhi look to extend three match unbeaten run

Both sides will look to climb the ISL table ladder with a win.

The stage is set in the Indian Super League 2025-26 season, and the matches are starting to take shape after the important matches. NorthEast United FC are set to welcome Sporting Club Delhi at home on Friday, April 10th, 2026, from 17:00 IST at the IG Athletic Stadium, Guwahati.

Sporting Club Delhi, with two draws in their six games, are in the 12th position with five points, while the Highlanders are currently placed ninth on the table with just one point, as they have won just one match and got 3 draws in their six games. They have had a mixed season until now in the ISL season, as both teams will be eager to bounce back in the league.

Both teams find themselves in the middle and bottom of the table and will be hoping to improve their positions after this game.

The Stakes

NorthEast United FC

NorthEast United FC will be set to host SC Delhi at home as they will be eager to face them, as the three points are on the cards. A comfortable win over SC Delhi will add a moral boost to the Highlanders. Under the guidance of Pedro Benali, the defensive system of the club has been disrupted as they conceded four goals in the last match against Odisha FC.

The Juggernauts thrashed them with a score line of 4-1, which showed the inconsistency of Northeast United FC. Against SC Delhi, who have found themselves at the very bottom of the table, a win will be needed to turn the tables in their favour. They are currently placed ninth in the standings with six points.

The home crowd could play a big part in this game, as SC Delhi will play away from home. The Supporters will add an extra edge to this fixture.

SC Delhi

SC Delhi, the capital side of the ISL, is still struggling with their run of form. They are currently in 12th position as they have won one game, drawn two and lost three of them, marking five points under their belt.

A win over NorthEast United will give a three-point boost to the Capitals, and they can surpass the current standings of the Highlanders. Sporting Delhi has had a great, effortless run as they are unbeaten for the last three games. They got a good and comfortable win over the Tuskers in their past meeting. The Phoenix will be looking forward to building upon the momentum and finding their second win of the season.

Injury and Team News

No injury concerns have been reported so far, and therefore both teams are expected to field their best playing XI for this match.

Head-to-head

Neither team has played against the other in the ISL or any competition.

Predicted Line-up

NorthEast United FC (4-3-3) 

Gurmeet; Robin, Zabaco, Asheer, Samte; Andy, Maya, Macarton, Jairo, Jithin; Rinzuala

SC Delhi (4-4-2)

Nora Fernandes (GK); Manoj Mohammed, Alex Saji, Rafael Ribero, Lamgoulen Gou Hangshing; Augustine Lalrochana, Abdul Halik, Ousmane Fane, Mohammed Azhar; Babovic, Joseph Sunny

Players to watch out for

Andy Rodriguez (NorthEast United FC)

Andy Rodriguez, the foreign forward, will be a key player for the NorthEast United FC as they will face SC Delhi in the next match. The Spanish player has been very impressive for the Highlanders in this ISL 2025-26 edition with his decision-making and the experience he has.

His vision, awareness and ability to control the game have proved to be the difference for the Highlanders. Against Sporting Club Delhi, they have been defensively very open, as Andy will be a key player to open up those small pockets of space with his line-breaking passes and great decision-making balls through the defence.

Matija Babovic ( SC Delhi )

Matija Babovic, will be the player to watch out for in the match against NorthEast United FC. His attacking intent and presence are the most important things that could haunt the Northeast defence. He can be effective against the home team by using his physical presence and technical control, as his ball control is very sharp and clean.

Teams like NorthEast press very aggressively, against that kind of team, a player like Matija, who can build the game with link-up and passing philosophy, is very important. Matija has a good presence of mind and a great awareness of the game. Against the Highlanders, the partnership between Matija and Joseph Sunny will be a good attacking outlet for the SC Delhi coach.

Telecast details

NorthEast United FC is set to welcome Sporting Club Delhi at home on Friday, April 10th, 2026, from 17:00 IST at the IG Athletic Stadium, Guwahati. The match will be live-streamed on FanCode and broadcast on Sony Sports Network.

Outside India, in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025–26 matches will be live-streamed on the FanCode app.

Begin Watch is the official broadcast partner for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025–26 season in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain.

In all other remaining countries, live streaming will be available on the FanCode YouTube channel.

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